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· Ryan General
‘Failed attempt’ or ‘breath of fresh air’?: Critics are divided on Netflix’s live-action ‘Cowboy Bebop’
With the burden of having to live up to its popular source material, Netflix’s live-action remake of “Cowboy Bebop” has found itself on the receiving end of a deluge of negative criticisms after its release on Friday. About the series: The anime series of the same name was…
· Editorial Staff
Netflix releases colorful teaser trailer for ‘Cowboy Bebop’
The teaser trailer for Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “Cowboy Bebop” highlights the characters’ banter and gives a first look into the antagonists in the show. Trailer: Netflix released an official teaser trailer, titled “The Lost Session,” on Oct. 19 for its upcoming…
· Bryan Ke
John Cho feared his age would be an issue in playing Spike Spiegel in ‘Cowboy Bebop’
John Cho has opened up about his biggest fear since he landed the lead role in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “Cowboy Bebop.” Too “old”: Speaking to Vulture, Cho, 49, revealed that his biggest fear when he was chosen to play the charismatic bounty hunter, Spike Spiegel, was…
· Bryan Ke
Netflix showcases John Cho as Spike Spiegel in latest ‘Cowboy Bebop’ live-action first look photos
Netflix released the first look photos for the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of the critically acclaimed sci-fi anime series, “Cowboy Bebop.” Teaser: The teaser pictures featured John Cho as the charismatic Spike Spiegel, Mustafa Shakir as Jet Black and Daniella…
· Thy Nguyen
Karen Gillan wants to reunite with her ‘Selfie’ co-star John Cho, fans ‘deserved more than one season’
Karen Gillan wants to act again with her “Selfie” co-star John Cho in a short spinoff of the show. “Selfie” reunion: In an interview with Refinery 29 on July 15, Gillan said that it would “be cool to revisit” the ABC comedy sitcom as a “one off thing” or a “shorter thing” as…
· Thy Nguyen
Gabrielle Union Wants to Star in a Rom-com with John Cho, Fans Refer to Idea as ‘The American Dream’
Twitter fans are asking Gabrielle Union and John Cho to co-star in a romantic comedy, and both actors tweeted their full support. “Asking, nay pleading”: A fan tweeted on June 21 that she was “once again asking, nay pleading” for Union and Cho to star in a romantic comedy…
· Thy Nguyen
People Can’t Get Enough of John Cho’s Hair in the Live-Action ‘Cowboy Bebop’ Teaser
The new teaser for “Cowboy Bebop” revealed new details about the soundtrack, premiere season and resulted in fans geeking out about John Cho’s hair. The teaser: Netflix released a “Cowboy Bebop” teaser on Twitter for their second day of Geeked Week featuring John Cho, Mustafa…
· Eric Toda
My People Are Dying in Silence — and I’m Here With a Megaphone
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on Adweek and reposted with permission. In the late ’90s, my grandfather was badly beaten by a group of teenagers. Nothing was stolen. He was simply left to die in one of San Francisco’s famed parks.
· Bryan Ke
Netflix Announces Live-Action ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ Series
A live-action adaptation of Yoshihiro Togashi’s classic series “Yu Yu Hakusho” is coming to Netflix as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. Netflix’s content acquisition director, Kazutaka Sakamoto, will executively produce the popular 1990s series that sold millions of copies in…
· Benny Luo
The Rage Asian Americans Feel Right Now
One of the most powerful emotions I see many Asians feel right now is rage — and it’s the deepest and most personal kind. It’s a hard feeling to live with when many of us were born and raised to be hard working people who stay silent, obedient, and not cause trouble. It’s the…
· Ryan General
People Kept Congratulating John Cho at The Oscars After ‘Parasite’ Win
John Cho found himself receiving congratulations following the “Parasite” wins at the 92nd annual Academy Awards on Sunday night. Known for his memorable roles in the cult favorite “Harold & Kumar” movies and the “Star Trek” franchise, Cho is indeed a brilliant actor. Many…
· Carl Samson
John Cho Suffers ‘Freak Accident’ Filming Netflix’s ‘Cowboy Bebop’, Delays Production 9 Months
John Cho sustained a knee injury on the set of Netflix’s “Cowboy Bebop” in New Zealand earlier this month, setting production back by seven to nine months. Sources claimed that the “freak accident” occurred on “the last take of a routine and well-rehearsed scene,” according to…
· Kimberly Nguyen
John Cho Has Been Growing His Hair Out for Netflix’s ‘Cowboy Bebop’
Earlier this month, John Cho posted a selfie showing his new hairdo for his role as Spike Spiegel in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “Cowboy Bebop“. Fans were excited to see Cho embrace Spike’s character, including his hair. The photo shows Cho’s hair grown out and styled in…
· Ryan General
John Cho Will Play Spike in The Live-Action ‘Cowboy Bebop’ and We Can’t Contain Our Excitement
Netflix has revealed their cast for the live-action adaptation of the beloved anime “Cowboy Bebop,” and fans can’t contain their excitement. Set in the year 2071, the original anime series follows the story of a bounty hunter crew traveling in their spaceship called the Bebop.
· Carl Samson
Awkwafina, Constance Wu, John Cho, and Lana Condor Share ‘Asian Glow’ Selfie
Awkwafina just brought back our Asian August feels! Yesterday, the “Jumanji” initiate shared a group selfie from Vanity Fair’s Oscar Party in Los Angeles, featuring “Crazy Rich Asians” co-star Constance Wu, “Searching” protagonist John Cho, “To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before”…
· Khier Casino
The New York Asian Film Festival’s Winter Showcase Puts Asia’s Best Films in the Spotlight
2018 was a big year for Asian-American films such as “Crazy Rich Asians” and “Searching,” but the New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF) aimed to spotlight other movies coming out of Asia. The first night of the festival’s inaugural winter showcase at SVA Theatre in the New York…
· Jacqueline Wong
Alan Yang’s New Netflix Movie ‘Tigertail’ is Another Step for Asian Americans in Media
“Master of None’s” Alan Yang is teaming up with Netflix again, and this time it is for his own movie he wrote and directed, called “Tigertail.” John Cho has been confirmed as the lead, along with Christine Ko, Tzi Ma, and Kunjue Li. The supporting cast includes Joan Chen, Hayden…
· Carl Samson
Lana Condor Responds to Criticism Saying She’s ‘Not Asian Enough’
Lana Condor has responded to claims saying that she’s “not Asian enough” due to her upbringing with a white family. Condor, who rose to fame after starring in Netflix’s “To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before,” was adopted from Vietnam months after her birth in 1997.
· Ryan General
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ and Ali Wong Costumes Are Dominating Halloween This Year
Long overdue Asian representation in Western pop culture has inspired many Asian American Halloween costumes this year. Box office hits such as “Crazy Rich Asians,” “Searching,” and “To All The Boys I’ve Loved,” introduced audiences to many memorable Asian characters this year.
· Leanna Chan
13 Asian Dads Who Are the Definition of Masculinity
It’s no surprise that men haven’t always been on the forefront when we think of parenthood. However, it’s 2018 and it’s time for things to be equal– including parenting. It’s a shame to think that some people out there think that being a good parent could diminish some idea of…